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Stock Up on Garden Supplies and Watch Your Garden Grow
Now that spring is finally here in the Morgantown area, our real estate agents are excited about finally getting our gardens back in shape. Plus, with all the self-isolating we've been doing, we're dreaming big when it comes to this year's gardening plans!
One of the things we love about life in West Virginia is that we have an excellent climate for growing. Plus, if you're looking for plants, seeds, soil, or any other lawn and garden supplies, we know some local nurseries and greenhouses that have everything you need.
Getting Your Garden Ready
Ready to watch your garden grow? We've gathered a few useful garden tips for getting your West Virginia garden started on the right track, as well as some helpful resources that will help you adapt to our local growing conditions.
- Maintain Healthy Soil
No garden can thrive without healthy soil. You can get a soil test through the West Virginia University Extension Service to see how your back yard measures up, and learn more about growing in West Virginia with this Home Vegetable Garden Guide from the WV Department of Agriculture. - Location, Location, Location
Gardening is a lot like the real estate business—it's all about location! Every plant has its own needs, but for vegetable gardening, you generally want a site with well-drained soil and full sunlight throughout most of the day. - Know What Grows
We love gardening in West Virginia because the climate supports such a wide range of plants. Refer to the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map to learn more about what can grow here, and when you should plant it. - Time it Right
Not sure when you should be starting seeds, preparing your garden beds, or transplanting young plants outdoors? Check out this fantastic Garden Calendar from the WVU Extension Service.
Get Your Garden Supplies
No matter what your garden needs, there's a garden center in the Morgantown area that can supply it for you! These locally owned greenhouses and nurseries are always our go-to destinations for plants and supplies. Be sure to check their websites or call ahead for updated hours and policies during the COVID-19 situation.
- Freed's Greenhouse - 57 Freed Drive, Bridgeport, WV 26330
Something new and exciting is always growing at Freed's Greenhouse, one of our favorite places to find plants and just minutes from these Bridgeport homes for sale. The spot also holds a special place in our hearts as the farm was once owned by Eldora Moran, our own Heather Neill's great-grandfather, with the farmhouse the birthplace of her grandmother, Ruby Moran. Stock up on seeds, plants, tools, and even add some color around your home with a hanging plant or two. - In Bloom Nursery - 1 Lucille Lane, Morgantown, WV 26501
You'll find a wide range of plants and garden supplies at In Bloom Nursery, a new plant center located near these Morgantown homes for sale. Their focus is on beautifully grown landscape plants, including ornamental trees, shrubs, fruit trees, and berry plants. - Mount Zion Nursery - 815 Mount Zion Road, Fairmont, WV 26554
A family-owned and operated farm dating back four generations, Mount Zion Nursery started out growing Christmas trees in the 1940s. Today they offer a full range of garden services and products, from seasonal plants and growing supplies to landscaping services. The nursery is a mere stone's throw from these Fairmont homes for sale. - Plant the Seed Greenhouse - 1005 W. Main St., Bridgeport, WV 26330
Offering all things fresh and local, Plant the Seed is a farmer's market, greenhouse, and nursery all rolled into one. Stop by in springtime if you're looking for vegetable seedlings and spring annuals for your garden, but be sure to keep coming back throughout the summer and fall for all the freshest local fruits and vegetables.
Contact us today to learn more about life in Morgantown, WV, and the surrounding areas. We've helped countless families find their dream homes in West Virginia, and we're excited to help you find yours!
Bill Porter, Broker
(304) 612-3746207 Aurora Dr
Morgantown, WV 26508
WEST VIRGINIA LICENSES BROKER WVB240300963
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